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Calvin Ridley Resumes Running In Hopes Of Playing In Week 11
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley (foot) has missed just one game so far due to a foot sprain, upgrading his practice participation to include running drills Monday in hopes of returning for Sunday's contest versus the Saints. Ridley was fortunate for the team's bye week, which gave him more recovery time; even with that […]
Jesse Borek 4 years agoColts Defense Gets Kemoko Turay Back, Loses Sheldon Day
Indianapolis Colts linebacker/defensive end Kemoko Turay (ankle) was activated off of Injured Reserve on Tuesday, paving the way for him to make his season debut Sunday against Green Bay. But in order to make room for him on the active roster, defensive tackle Sheldon Day was released. Turay has combined for 5.5 sacks over the […]
Jesse Borek 4 years agoJaMycal Hasty Lands On Injured Reserve With Broken Collarbone
San Francisco 49ers rookie running back JaMycal Hasty (collarbone) was placed on Injured Reserve on Tuesday, ruling him out for at least the next three games. Fortunately for the 49ers, their hope is to have both Raheem Mostert (ankle) and Tevin Coleman (knee) back for the Week 12 matchup against the Rams, which would have […]
Jesse Borek 4 years agoJordan Howard Clears Waivers, Officially Becomes Free Agent
Running back Jordan Howard cleared waivers Tuesday after being released by the Miami Dolphins, as he is now free to sign wherever he chooses. Despite having rushed for four touchdowns this season due to his presence as a goal line specialist for the Dolphins, Howard averaged just 1.2 yards per carry across five games this […]
Jesse Borek 4 years agoJimmy Garoppolo In 49ers Plans In 2021
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (ankle) has his status for playing again in 2020 up in the air, but that hasn't quelled speculation around his future with the franchise beyond this year. Head coach Kyle Shanahan said Tuesday, "I expect Jimmy Garoppolo to be our starter next year," even as the injured QB is […]
Jesse Borek 4 years agoHunter Renfrow Ties Season Low In Targets In Week 10
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Hunter Renfrow saw just two targets during Sunday's win over the Broncos, tying a season low. While Renfrow hauled in both passes for receptions (upping his catch percentage to 74.4 on the year), he has now seen three or fewer targets in half of his appearances this season. With the […]
Jesse Borek 4 years agoDarrynton Evans To Return From Injured Reserve
Tennessee Titans rookie running back Darrynton Evans (hamstring) was designated to return from Injured Reserve on Monday, giving the team three weeks to return him to the active roster. Evans, who was selected in the third round of the 2020 NFL draft out of Appalachian State, figured to become the backup for Derrick Henry, but […]
Jesse Borek 4 years agoTony Pollard Retains Deep Season-Long Appeal In Week 11
Dallas Cowboys running back Tony Pollard has carved out a solid niche for himself within the Dallas offense, now seeing an average of between 22-36 percent of the team's snaps over the past six games. With Andy Dalton (concussion) set to return Sunday against Minnesota, the Dallas offense figures to be in a better place […]
Jesse Borek 4 years agoTaysom Hill Garners QB Eligibility For Week 11
New Orleans Saints quarterback Taysom Hill has been granted QB eligibility for Sunday's contest versus Atlanta in the wake of Drew Brees' (ribs) injury situation. While New Orleans has not yet made it official who will start under center against the Falcons, Jameis Winston was the primary fill-in when Brees was unable to finish Sunday's […]
Jesse Borek 4 years agoJ.K. Dobbins Sees Role Dialed Back Upon Mark Ingram's Return
Baltimore Ravens rookie running back J.K. Dobbins received just five carries and made one reception in Sunday's loss to New England, a significant step back in his role from where he sat while Mark Ingram II was absent due to injury. While Dobbins has yet to ascend to the fervor around his fantasy stock that […]
Jesse Borek 4 years agoA.J. Green Sees Confounding Season Continue In Week 10
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver A.J. Green was once among the cream of the crop when it came to fantasy production during the previous decade, but following his second catchless contest of 2020 on Sunday, he has dipped out of consideration in the majority of season-long formats. Despite the exciting high-octane passing game of rookie signal-caller […]
Jesse Borek 4 years agoAllen Lazard Nears Return From Injured Reserve
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Allen Lazard (abdominal) has until Wednesday to be activated from Injured Reserve, a deadline that is "probably pretty promising" that he'll meet, per Packers head coach Matt LaFleur. Lazard has been out of the mix since Week 3, having made a strong impression in his final game before the injury […]
Jesse Borek 4 years agoAllen Robinson II, Cole Kmet Cleared To Suit Up Monday
Chicago Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson II (knee) and tight end Cole Kmet (groin) have both been cleared to play in Monday's contest versus the Vikings. Robinson has proven to be an integral cog in the passing game, having logged at least 70 receiving yards in six of his last seven outings. His presence in […]
Jesse Borek 4 years agoChicago Adds Lamar Miller To Active Roster For Monday’s Game
Chicago Bears running back Lamar Miller will officially be active for Monday's contest versus Minnesota, marking his first game back in the league since the 2018 campaign. Miller will have the opportunity to see carries out of the backfield with David Montgomery (concussion) out, and Chicago having just Cordarrelle Patterson and Ryan Nall at their […]
Jesse Borek 4 years agoTyler Lockett Dealing With Knee Sprain
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Tyler Lockett (knee) is dealing with what head coach Pete Carroll described as a "bit of a knee sprain," heading into Thursday's contest against the Cardinals. Lockett was listed as a non-participant on the team's estimated practice schedule Monday, meaning that he'll need to show some progress if he's going to […]
Jesse Borek 4 years agoSeattle Expects Carlos Hyde To Return For Thursday’s Game
Seattle Seahawks running back Carlos Hyde (hamstring) is trending toward returning for Thursday's game against the Cardinals, per head coach Pete Carroll. Seattle's backfield situation has been muddled over the past three weeks with Hyde and Chris Carson (foot) having been out of the mix, but as Carson also continues to work his way back, […]
Jesse Borek 4 years agoDavid Montgomery Held Out Of Practice Thursday
Chicago Bears running back David Montgomery (concussion) did not participate in practice Thursday ahead of Monday's game versus Minnesota due to his status in the league's concussion protocol. While Montgomery will have the benefit of an additional day between games, if he is ultimately held out, expect the Bears to have to get extremely creative […]
Jesse Borek 4 years agoChris Carson, Carlos Hyde Miss Second Straight Practice Thursday
Seattle Seahawks running backs Chris Carson (foot) and Carlos Hyde (hamstring) had been expected to return to practice this week in hopes of suiting up Sunday against the Rams, but following practice Thursday, that has yet to be the case. The duo have missed each of Seattle's two previous contests, paving the way for rookie DeeJay […]
Jesse Borek 4 years agoRobert Tonyan Logs Limited Practice Thursday
Green Bay Packers tight end Robert Tonyan (ankle) was able to log just a limited practice Thursday, putting his availability for Sunday's game versus Jacksonville up in the air. After having had a breakout three-game stretch earlier in the season that saw him amass five touchdowns, Tonyan has yet to find the end zone since, […]
Jesse Borek 4 years agoMark Ingram II Unable To Practice Thursday
Baltimore Ravens running back Mark Ingram II (ankle) was moved back to a non-participant for Thursday's practice, further clouding his status for Sunday's game against the Patriots. Having last suited up in Week 6, the fact that Ingram was a limited practice participant Wednesday was encouraging, but his step backward continues the murky nature of […]
Jesse Borek 4 years agoIrv Smith Jr. Misses Practice Thursday With Groin Ailment
Minnesota Vikings tight end Irv Smith Jr. (groin) was held out of practice Thursday, putting his status for Monday's game against Chicago in jeopardy. Smith hauled in a pair of touchdowns last Sunday, putting him on the map when considering the one-game DFS slate coming Monday. Having had just two games all season with more […]
Jesse Borek 4 years agoJoe Mixon Still Unable To Practice Thursday
Cincinnati Bengals running back Joe Mixon (foot) continues to be one of the most watched practice participants amidst yet another absence Thursday. Whereas he did rehab work for the injury Wednesday, he was kept from that Thursday, fueling speculation that Giovani Bernard could once again be headed for a larger offensive role against the Steelers […]
Jesse Borek 4 years agoJerry Jeudy Upgrades To Limited Practice Participation Thursday
Denver Broncos wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (shoulder) was able to log a limited practice session Thursday, a step in the right direction after being held out Wednesday. Jeudy is coming off the best performance of his career last Sunday, having exceeded the 100-yard mark for the first time, seeing a career high in targets for […]
Jesse Borek 4 years agoCarlton Davis Unable To Practice Thursday
Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Carlton Davis (knee) was kept on the sidelines for Thursday's practice as the team's premier corner battles a knee ailment. Davis has played 100 percent of the defensive snaps in seven of the first nine games this season, and will likely be tasked with helping to slow Robby Anderson and D.J. […]
Jesse Borek 4 years agoMichael Thomas, Drew Brees Limited For Thursday’s Practice
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas (ankle, hamstring) and quarterback Drew Brees (shoulder) were both limited during practice for the second consecutive day Thursday. Thomas and Brees suited up Sunday against Tampa Bay, and neither appeared to sustain any type of significant injury that would lead to them being held out for the upcoming […]
Jesse Borek 4 years agoMo Alie-Cox Gets Green Light To Play Thursday
Indianapolis Colts tight end Mo Alie-Cox (knee) has been given the thumbs up to take the field Thursday against Tennessee and should see a sizable role with Jack Doyle (concussion) out of the mix. Alie-Cox has blossomed as a favored red-zone target for quarterback Philip Rivers, having hauled in two touchdown catches this year while […]
Jesse Borek 4 years agoTitans Defense Gets Jadeveon Clowney Back Thursday
Tennessee Titans linebacker/defensive end Jadeveon Clowney (knee) will suit up for Thursday's game against the Colts, ultimately missing just one contest due to a meniscus injury. The Titans Defense was expected to get the pass-rushing extraordinaire back in the mix, but his official presence should be a boon for the group despite his zero sacks […]
Jesse Borek 4 years agoT.J. Hockenson Misses Thursday’s Practice With Toe Injury
Detroit Lions tight end T.J. Hockenson (toe) was held out of practice Thursday due to a toe injury, just a day after logging a full practice. The second-year tight end enters Sunday's game against Washington having hauled in a touchdown reception in four of his last five outings, while also getting the advantage of facing […]
Jesse Borek 4 years ago49ers Defense Loses Jaquiski Tartt For Rest Of Season
San Francisco 49ers safety Jaquiski Tartt (toe) has been ruled out for the remainder of the 2020 year due to turf toe, adding to the injury woes that have severely hampered the team this season. Tartt, who has been often injured over the past four years, leaves a void in the secondary that will likely […]
Jesse Borek 4 years agoRaheem Mostert, Deebo Samuel On Track For Week 12 Return
San Francisco 49ers running back Raheem Mostert (ankle) and wide receiver Deebo Samuel (hamstring) are expected to return to the field for the team's Week 12 matchup against the Rams, per head coach Kyle Shanahan. While Mostert had already been confirmed out for Sunday's outing versus New Orleans, the inclusion of Samuel to this group […]
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